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Old 05-31-2008, 08:15 PM
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Essentially, don't do a ton of work if you don't have to. Don't settle for a single increment of progression when you can get a lot more over the same timeframe. Don't add weight to your personal record 1x in 6 weeks when you can get 2x in 6 weeks or 4x in 8 weeks, or 12x in 16 weeks. Carrying that to the true novice or beginner, don't settle for the intermediate plan of varying training loads within the week for an increment of progression at the end of the week. If you can add weight to the bar every session, do it. Progression is the goal, work is what one does to elicit it and work should be appropriate; the program doesn't matter as long as verifiable progression is taking place. Don't be dumb or let your ego or perceived training experience rule program selection. Get in the fastest lane you can and only move over if you have to.

Was re-reading the program and came across the above which really clarifies alot. I've never been on a program. Would just add weight to the bar when I could get 6-8 reps for 3 sets. Gotta get the SS book I guess. Thought I was ready for 5x5 "Novice/Beginner" but I want to get into what's best for me.
Squat--240lb
Bench--215lb
Deadlift--250lb
Row----205lb
MP----130
These were my 1RM's before the 3 week layoff.
Any suggestions on how I should structure this coming week in case I don't have the book for a few days?
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